First fish of the day was a 4lb 4oz second was at about 2 lbs both caught on
crank baits in 2 foot of water. Water temp at public launch at 7 in the morning was at 57 degrees and only raised to 58 at the end of the day ( 5:30) Water is still green with algae bloom and was calm in the morning but wind kicked up close to noon and was quite rough with waves white capping in the middle of the lake. Lures used which were most productive were Crank Baits and Plastic craws. Morning was a little foggy with the sun peaking out but changed to cloud cover after about 11 o clock .Most fish were located on rocks in really shallow water (1Foot) . Caught 11 fish for the day and missed about 4 with of course the big one getting away.
Saw at the end of the day at public boat launch medic vans and fire department aid trucks rendering help to a couple of anglers from a small boat that turned over in the rough water treatment for a slight case of Hypothermia from swimming in cold water until rescued. People were leaving help trucks when I was about ready to leave and were all right from info talking to medics and first aid fire help Cowlitz County.
P.S. always wear life vests when boat is under way and under rough water conditions. Dave Newby